What an afternoon it was! I saw this handsome Golden retriever coming up our driveway. Who could that be? I went to see, and what a surprise! It was Maxdog all the way from South Africa. He said he was doing some visiting in the US and he couldn't miss me! I am so happy!
It is very cold and snowy here, something that Max is not used to, so we went inside where it was warm. My Mom was sewing upstairs and I was going to get her but Max said, let her sew and let us talk! So we did, we talked about everything, his family, my family, friends, his illness.
We told each other story after story, some funny, some not so funny. We got in the treat box and ate some cheese cookies, and then we talked some more. Maxdog told me that the hardest part of being ill so far, is that his family is so upset about it. He said they try not to show it to him, but like all of us canines, he is good at reading their true feelings. He is not fearful of the end at all, and he wishes his family wouldn't be also.
I hope I am that brave when my time comes. I think I will, one of Max's lessons!
Our time together was one of the best times of my life, I learned very much from Max. Things that I will treasure forever.
I gave him the Valentine you see above in my header and he was so pleased. Then, a car pulled up our driveway and Max said, Ah, Stella, that will be my ride. So I packed him up some treats to travel with, a blanket,some water and all of my love. We had a nice nuzzle and a kiss or two and then his parting words? "I'll look forward to seeing you when you get to the Bridge." And just like that he was in the car, traveling down the road.
My Mom came downstairs, and said why is the treat box open, what have you been doing? I started to tell her, but then I knew she wouldn't believe me. She would say I was sleeping and I dreamed it . . .if she had a snooter like mine, she would know it was real!
Love to Max, Caryl and the whole family
with Kisses,
Stella
29 comments:
I thought I smelled cheese on his breath!
Hugz&Khysses,
Khyra
PeeEssWoo: Awesome post Stella - that is what Max keeps trying to tell us - and we believe him fur we dogs just know these things - we just have to make sure our furamilies are as ready as we are - that is what Kyrye was able to khonvince Mom of - and that is why Mom nevFUR saw her sign she'd made it - she showed Mom the sign whilst she was still here
Stella...pawsome post...yes, Max will continue to teach us about the things that matter...love, dignity and grace...
We KNOW he had an amazing visit with you...he's probably stoppin' at Khyra's before he gets here to Pittsburgh...which means Mumsie will be vacuuming Khyra FLOOF off our floors again...
Tons of hugs and kisses,
Laciegirlie and her stoopid brothers!
Oh Stella, what a wonderful visit you had with Max. He's a special friend to all of us. So glad you got to share some cheese snacks and chat for a while! Hope he comes my way soon!! :)
Happy Valentine's Day.
Hugs and snaggle-tooth kisses,
Sierra Rose
That header picture is gorgeous!!!
So glad you had a nice visit wiff Max, Stella. He is such a wonderful friend to so many, and very wise too.
Luv,
Cloud
That was just beautiful, Stella. We are sure Max really enjoyed his quiet time with you. He is a very wise pup, and we know he shared so much with you. One day, you need to tell your Mom about his visit and we know she will be thrilled to hear it.
Happy Valentine's Day to all of you.
Woos, Phantom and Thunder
What a beautiful post! So glad to see Max visiting all of us.
Stella
Youw post was so bootiful..when I wead abpout youw talks wif Max, I nodded..I undewstand..
Max is teaching us all and showing us gwace and bwavewy.
He told me he loved youw tweats ,and especially the time he spent in youw company.
I think this is a vewy special Valentine's day fow all of us
smoochie kisses
ASTA
Oh Stella - what a beautiful post- what an unbelievable visit with Max - he still continues to educate us about life and its inevitabilites. What a bootiful Valentine's Day card!
Big Hugs xo
sammie
He's everwhere! ♥
We know your visit with Max was real. He has taught us all so much in a very very real way. Words don't even need to be put to it, though you did a wonderful way of expressing just what Max has taught and still teaches. We are soooo glad you got to spend time together, and we're glad that you gave us a glimpse into that time.
Love
Jake and Fergi xxoo
Bet there were some fantastical stories shared.
Lovely post
Koda
What a great valentine. It sounds like you had a special visit.
Kat
Dearest, dearest Stella!
WHAT AN AMAZING SURPRISE THIS WORLD TOUR IS!!! Mom is quite stunned but smiling from ear to ear (and still sitting in her PJ's). We feel so humbled in this event...quite overwhelmed really!
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
This is an incredibly beautiful post...I LOVE your header picture and the opportunity to be seen with you.
You know, you talk about lessons learned...well Stella, you have taught my mom some serious lessons in life too...like LOVE and SHARING and GOODWILL and UNDERSTANDING and PATIENCE and COMPASSION TO THOSE WHO STRUGGLE. Thank you too for these valuable lessons and for encouraging us during those first few blogging days...We'll NEVER forget that!
Okay...thanks for the cookies too and for your incredible hospitality! You didn't see, but I got to see Ali-Z snoozing...what a beautiful kitty she is...and wise too!
Thank you again for making our Valentine's day so special!
HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY TO YOU TOO!With lots and lots of licks and love! Thank you for a wonderful blogpost!
MAXDOG IN SOUTH AFRICA
Pawsome post and a great day for Max exactly what he would want.
Happy Valentine
We just know that Max appreciated those cheese cookies, Stella! We love your Valentine header picture with Max!
Happy Valentine's day!
Love ya lots,
Maggie and Mitch
Thoughtful, beautiful...
A truly beautiful post, Stella!
Happy Valentine's Day!
Aren't friends the BEST!
A wonderful post. The header is beautiful - it really caught my eye. And the story is funny and heart-touching.
Beautiful post and a wonderful Header.
love
Martha & Bailey xxx
Oh Stella
I knew Max would be in thebest of paws when visiting you, and I noticed that his eyes went a little misty when, over our wee dram in my Highland cottge, he mentioned your name, and spoke of you so warmly.
It's been a wonderful day, hasn't it?
Cheers, H.
We know Max is feeling all the love today!
Good friends are like Stars, you don't always see them, but you know they are always there.
Licks and sniffs,
Zack, Sassy and Buddy
Max Tour, Max Tour! We did it. All our posts are upbeat and I love them all. Yours was special The perfect Valentine's day!
Twinkie
Awwwwwwwwwwwwww....
what a sweet post dear Stella!!!!
Sure Max will have had wonderful time with you!!!!
And we agree with you...
this handsome boy is teaching us tons of things.....love....grace...dignity...friendship...
He's soo special for all of us!!!!
thanks for sharing with us your wonderful day together!!!!
happy happy VAlentine's day!!!
WE LOVE YOU And your sweet mommy!!!
Another wonderful stop on Max's whirlwind worldwide tour. We believe you, Stella!
You can learn a lot of good things by listening to your friends. Really pawsome post.
Luv,
Duffy
Stella
What a very special post!
lots of love
Clive and the NSLM
Hi there Stella,
Max sure had fun spending time with you and we also enjoyed reading posts of Max Tour Stories.
It is remarkable how furry friends and pawrents bond together in the blog world. Max is a very special pup.
Hope we can also be better friends.
-Fudgie, Princess, Frappie, Mocha, Sugar, Scrappy & Bullet
It is so much fun to read about Max's travels!! Looks like he had a very good time and left a lasting memory with you.
Smileys!
Dory
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